CITRONELLA OIL<br><br>100% NATURAL PURE<br><br>ESSENTIAL OIL <br><br>DESCRIPTION:<br><br>Botanical Name: Cymbopogon nardus<br><br>Origin: India<br><br>Mode of Extraction: Steam Distillation<br><br>Main Constituents: Geraniol, citronellal, limonene, citronelol, dipentene and linalool<br><br>Description: Clear Transparent Liquid<br><br>Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid<br><br>Organoleptic properties: Pleasant citrus odor<br><br>Solubility: Slightly soluble in water soluble in 10 volumes of 80% alcohol<br><br>Use: As perfume, insect repellent<br><br>Storage: Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers.<br><br>Extraction: It is extracted by the process of Steam Distillation.<br><br>Chemical Composition: Citronellic acid, borneol, citronellol, geraniol, nerol, citral, citronellal, camphene, dipentene and limonene.<br><br>Essential Oil Information: Citronella oil is extracted by the steam distillation of finely chopped fresh, dried or part-dried grass. It is native to Sri Lanka and Java. This aromatic perennial grows about 1 meter (3 feet) high and is a popular ingredient in wax candles, as an insect repellant, and is also widely used in perfumes, soaps, skin lotions and deodorants.<br><br>Oil Properties: This oil is light yellow in color with Fresh &amp; Sweet smell.<br><br>Uses: It is used as an insect repellent. It is best used in a spray, a diffuser or on a cotton ball amongst linen. It is also useful in ridding cats and dogs of fleas. It helps to clear the mind and has a general toning and tonic effect on the body. It also has deodorizing qualities.<br><br>Blend well with: Bergamot, geranium, lemon, orange, lavender and pine.<br><br>Summary: Citronella has a well rounded lemon citrus scent having a subtle woody aroma. Citronella oil is extracted from a resilient grass (Cymbopogon nardus) native to Sri Lanka and Java. It is extracted by the process of Steam Distillation. It is used as an insect repellant.<br><br>Precautions: This oil may irritate sensitive skin and cause dermatitis in certain individuals.<br><br>Our Essential/Carrier Oils are 100% natural and pure (undiluted/uncut) therapeutic grade.<br><br>APPLICATION: <br><br>No fillers, additives, bases or carriers added. These high quality oils are excellent for Aromatherapy, skin and hair care.